California Nanotechnologies Corp. · TSXV:CNO
California Nanotechnologies — Planet MicroCap Showcase: TORONTO 2025
23 slides from California Nanotechnologies's conference presentation, Oct 22, 2025
Slide 1: Investor Presentation
Investor Presentation California Nanotechnologies Corp. October 22, 2025 I Planet MicroCap Showcase: TORONTO 2025 calnanocorp.com TSXV:CNO | OTC:CANOF
Slide 2: Notice to Recipients
NOTICE TO RECIPIENTS Certain statements in this presentation may constitute "forward-looking" statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws. This forward-looking information includes, but is not limited to, the expectations and/or claims of management of California Nanotechnologies Cor
Slide 3: Our Mission
OUR MISSION Cal Nano is on a mission to bring next generation materials to market with cutting-edge technologies We imagine a world in which our advanced technologies are used to make the most innovative products on this planet and beyond PAGE I 3
Slide 4: Our Impact: Examples of Applications
OUR IMPACT Examples of Applications We help companies process advanced Rocket Engine Components materials from powder to part Nuclear Reactor Materials By partnering with Cal Nano, our Sputtering Targets clients develop and produce Military Armor Deep Cycle Battery Parts materials for cutting-edge S
Slide 5: History: Our evolution from small-scale to larger-scale
HISTORY Our evolution from small-scale to larger-scale Past Present 2018 to 2024 2024 & 2025 Calendar Year Accomplishments • Mr. Eric Eyerman appointed as interim CEO in 2018 • Brought on key hires such as Chris Melnyk for and CEO in 2019 business development • $0.5 million in revenues for FY2018, s
Slide 6: Strategic Priorities and Objectives For 2026
CAL NANO IN 2026 Strategic Priorities and Objectives For 2026 First ones announced in April and October 2025 Execute first commercial production orders to transition from pure R&D service provider Backfill manufacturing capacity at Santa Ana facility with new orders and work Build long-term partners
Slide 7: About Cal Nano
ABOUT CAL NANO We are a leading U.S. advanced materials manufacturer Capabilities spanning both R&D and commercial production that utilize next-gen technologies $4.5M 150+ 15,000+ TTM(1) Revenue Global and local customers who Runs performed on proprietary partner with Cal Nano equipment for customer
Slide 8: Core Technology #1: Cryogenic Milling
CORE TECHNOLOGY #1 Cryogenic Milling A specialized grinding/mixing process conducted in a cryogenic liquid environment of -190°C used to make nanomaterials & high-performance alloys Particle Size Reduction 01 Rapidly reduces particle size in materials that smear Custom Alloys and MMCs 02 Create uniq
Slide 9: Core Technology #2: Spark Plasma Sintering
CORE TECHNOLOGY #2 Spark Plasma Sintering A novel process that turns powder into solid parts. SPS rapidly creates materials and components with unique properties that are not possible with traditional manufacturing techniques Extremely Versatile 01 Compatible with many materials such as ceramics and
Slide 10: Why Invest in Cal Nano?
WHY INVEST IN CAL NANO? A unique asset with proven capabilities and opportunities for significant growth 01 02 03 04 05 06 High Growing Transition Onshoring of Past proven High technology SPS adoption from R&D to U.S. manufacturing profitability barrier to entry service provider in North America com
Slide 11: Competitive Advantage
COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE A blend of rare equipment and specialized know-how, makes us one-of-a-kind in North America Largest SPS machine available in North Technology moat through 20+ years of America for R&D and commercial services experience and one process patent granted Deployed a new Dr. Fritsch M
Slide 12: Our business model helps make innovative products
BUSINESS MODEL Our business model helps make Our technologies deliver key material improvements that enable new products to get to market innovative products Manufacturing Services 91% of TTM(1) revenues Equipment Sales 9% of TTM(1) revenues • Selling toll access to key technologies (SPS and • Selli
Slide 13: Market Opportunity
MARKET OPPORTUNITY Growing market supported Cal Nano is well positioned to benefit from these trends from its first mover advantage and local U.S. presence by several key trends Turnkey Manufacturing Support Need For More Advanced Materials Transition from Traditional Sintering Companies seeking a r
Slide 14: Growth Strategy: Cal Nano's flywheel
GROWTH STRATEGY More R&D Interest in R&D Customers Services Cal Nano’s flywheel creates a growth engine for future traction and success More More Conversions to Technology Commercial Credibility Customers PAGE I 14
Slide 15: Growth Strategy to become a more valuable company
GROWTH STRATEGY Growth strategy to become a more valuable company Leveraging our profitable and expanding R&D base to become a commercial-scale partner From R&D Provider To R&D and Commercial Partner TTM Revenue(1) (in US$ thousands) Base of industry clients represent 475,603 338,625 opportunities f
Slide 16: Customers & Example Applications
CUSTOMER PORTFOLIO Customers & Example Applications Advanced Ceramics Inorganic, nonmetallic, highly engineered crystalline materials, reactor components Refractory Metals High melting points (above 2000°C), outstanding strength, and resistance to wear, heat, and deformation under extreme conditions
Slide 17: Competitive Landscape
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE A unique service offering Cal Nano’s incentives and portfolio of services result in a differentiated market offering in North America Equipment Manufacturers National Labs & Universities Incentive Sell Manufacturing Services Sell Equipment Provide R&D Support R&D Service Offeri
Slide 18: Manufacturing Footprint
MANUFACTURING FOOTPRINT Cerritos Manufacturing Facility Original 3,500 sq. ft manufacturing facility co-located with sister company Omni-Lite Industries, hosts SPS Two flagship facilities machines, a cryomill, and associated aftermarket parts and service located in Southern California for core SPS a
Slide 19: Management Team
MANAGEMENT TEAM Strong leadership with deep materials expertise and diverse experience Eric Eyerman Spencer Song Brian Weinstein Chris Melnyk CEO & Director VP of Operations VP of R&D Director of Business Development & Director Roger Dent Sebastien Goulet Enrique Lavernia Independent Director Indepe
Slide 20: Financial Highlights: Revenue
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS Transition to more resilient revenue base Green steel client brought significant R&D revenues and concentration, moving toward higher number of clients and commercial production Green Steel customer 552 193 slowdown, rebuilding 1,035 revenues with commercial 1,122 and R&D orders
Slide 21: Financial Highlights: Net Debt
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS Improving balance sheet while funding growth Management committed to prudent capital allocation, resulting in debt reduction $1,216 $1,177 Became debt-free after final repayment to $495 Omni-Lite in Nov. 2024 $138 $(30) $(67) Elimination of legacy debt offers more $(238) $(404)
Slide 22: Capitalization Table and Insider Ownership
CAPITALIZATION Capitalization Table and Insider Ownership Cal Nano Relative Performance to Benchmark Indices California Nanotechnologies Corp. – TSXV: CNO, OTC: CANOF Outstanding Shares 48,076,256 Stock Options 4,315,779 Warrants (Exercisable at CA$0.25) 4,315,779 Fully Diluted Shares 53,322,650 Mar
Slide 23: For more information
TSXV:CNO | OTC:CANOF For more information Brandon Chow Investor Relations [email protected] I +1 (647) 598-8815 California Nanotechnologies Corp. [email protected] I +1 (562) 991-5211 calnanocorp.com
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